Community Health Services Representative I - Foster Care
Company: Home State Health Plan
Location: Florissant
Posted on: June 22, 2022
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Job Description:
This position is primarily remote, some office attendance
required (i.e. staff meetings) and field based that will require
home visits once it is safe to do so therefore; candidates must be
located in or near Joplin, MO." Offering $3,000 Sign On Bonus You
could be the one who changes everything for our 26 million members.
Centene is transforming the health of our communities, one person
at a time. As a diversified, national organization, you---ll have
access to competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on
workplace flexibility. Our Comprehensive Benefits Package: $3K Sign
On Bonus Flexible work solutions including remote options, hybrid
work schedules and dress flexibility Competitive pay Paid Time Off
including paid holidays Health insurance coverage for you and
dependents 401(k) and stock purchase plans Tuition reimbursement
and best-in-class training and development Position Purpose:
Responsible for delivering of a range of activities for individuals
who are enrolled in the health plan for Medicaid or and Medicare in
order to impact individual health outcomes and provide assistance
to the clinical team of nurses and social workers. Activities
include, but are not limited to outreach, community education,
informal guidance and member support. Educate, coach and support
members to understand disease prevention and achieve good health
outcomes, including diabetes, high blood pressure, mental health,
substance use, etc. Participate in coordination and resolution of
medical and non-medical needs, including appointment tracking,
documentation of member information, referrals and follow up,
facilitating transportation to services, etc. Participate in
meetings with external providers and community organizations to
build partnerships for our members to be able to leverage member
care services. Provide key information to providers for improving
members care based on member---s home environment and communities.
Conduct non-clinical general health assessments in order to refer
members to appropriate services, resolve concerns on member---s
behalf, and gather information for medical providers and staff
working within the organization. Conduct non-medical assessments
such as home safety, assessment of the community/environment
resources, transportation, employment, and others to be able to
refer to appropriate services, resolve concerns on member---s
behalf, and gather information for medical providers in staff
working within our organization. Coordinate and implement community
events such as baby showers, health fairs, and other health
education events. Conduct telephonic and in-person outreach to
locate individuals and families in the community who are hard to
reach. Work with other community health workers internally and
externally to share best practices, strengthen education and
outreach. Participate in large scale community assessments
including resource mapping, community surveys, and community
meetings to discuss findings and resolutions to key member
concerns. Make frequent visits to individual homes and community
organizations. Education/Experience: High school diploma or
equivalent. 2 years of community health, social work, social
services, community advocacy, community outreach, member services,
or education experience. Understanding of the community in
designated region through shared experiences or strong desire to
help people in vulnerable communities. Bilingual skills preferred.
Licenses/Certifications: Valid driver---s license and proof of
insurance. Community Health Worker Training/Certification must be
successfully completed within 15 weeks of hire date. Centene is an
equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and
values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic
protected by applicable law.
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